Spraybooth Filter Change
No doubt that filter needs changing!
Those 2 coats of black on the latest project definitely highlighted how much buildup there is.
Once the prefilter is removed the main filter "looks" OK.........
But closer inspection reveals it also has a good buildup of paint.
Fan looks OK, too
But again, closer inspection reveals some buildup.
New main filter pad mounted in the frame.
This is the roll of prefilter paper I use, Molnlycke E-TORK. This is what the commercial booths use to protect their filters.
Held in place top & bottom with masking tape, then tucked down the sides.
Ready for use.
Back in action!
Comments
5 11 February 2022, 16:12
Sergej IVery cool!
I am not protecting my filter, hoping for better suction. Instead, I bought four replacements and lets see how long they last me.
One thing I also did, was I changed the fan. Got a 4,5k RPM one from amazon and it fits perfectly to screw positions.
Connector is not 1:1 but simple to rework. Loudness roughly the same, but less mist escaping by the sides now.
In case someone wish to replace their fan, 120mm x 120mm x 38mm is the size:
amazon.de/-/en/gp/pr..00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
11 February 2022, 16:32
Richard ChealsHi Sergei, you can see from my "before" pics that even with the prefilter paper AND an extra post-filter, my rig still had plenty of airflow with the standard fan.
This time I omitted the post-filter (it was a sheet of the white foam from the previous blue/white main filter pad), so we'll see how it runs.
Anyway, I don't see any evidence of overspray escaping at the sides but I'll keep in mind your suggestion for a replacement fan. 👍
11 February 2022, 16:38
Album info
Sooner or later the filter sponge becomes too loaded up with paint, so - time to change the filter!
I use a prefilter paper to extend the life of the main filter, Molnlycke E-TORK, this is a similar product to what is used in commercial booths. I change the prefilter when there is visible paint build-up.
